Ron Nance Earns Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist Educational Designation

Lawton, August 29, 2012 – Ron Nance CEO of The Oaks Development Company is now one of the select group of professionals nationwide to earn the Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation, identifying him as a builder with the skills and knowledge necessary to build a home to meet the unique needs of aging home owners, disabled owners or their visitors.

The National Association of Home Builders, in partnership with the AARP and NAHB Research Center, created the CAPS program, which includes training and education on the technical, business management and customer service skills essential to compete in the ever growing market of baby boomer home buyers.

The Oaks Development Company is the builder/developer of a community known as “The Oaks” and consists of two neighborhoods in Southwest Lawton, Oak Pointe and Oak Ridge. Many homes in The Oaks are designed with the concept “downsizing space while upgrading amenities”. This is a concept appealing to many people looking for a smaller home with less maintenance but don’t want to give up the nicer amenities.

CAPS graduates include builders, designers, architects, occupational therapists and others who help homeowners create a space where they can remain in their homes safely, independently and comfortably as they age.

In three days of coursework, the CAPS curriculum provides education on the latest ideas, products and building techniques that enable the homeowner to stay in their own home.

CAPS program graduates are required to maintain their designation by attending continuing education programs and/or participating in community service projects.

“My goal is to build a home where the home owner is able to live for a long, long time and truly make the golden year’s golden.” said Nance.

For more information about The Oaks Development Company visit www.TheOaksDevelopmentCo.com or call 580-248-4411.

Welcome Jerry and Nita Knight!

We had a great closing this week with Jerry and Nita Knight! It is wonderful to be a part of a community where neighbors know each other and are excited about the addition of new neighbors! The Knights choose a beautiful home with a great view of Oak Ridge buffalo pasture and Oak Ridge lake which is taking shape. They are a great couple and we are excited to have them as a part of the neighborhood! The Knights have given us a wonderful testimonial which we would like to share:

“The process of buying a new home in The Oaks has been wonderful! We recommend The Oaks to all of our friends looking at homes. The Oaks team of professionals has been there to assist us throughout the entire process. We have been looking at homes out here for several years. We loved our old home but began to wonder if we will still want to take care of a huge yard and pool in 10 years. We found a completed home in The Oaks that we love and Ron and Whitney made the process so easy. In less than 30 days we were moving into our new home because Ron took our old house as a trade. We didn’t have to go through the hassle of putting our house on the market and waiting for it to sell. The convenience was unbeatable!  On top of that, we were able to lock in the lowest interest rate we have ever seen! Now we are able to look forward to many years of enjoying the things we truly enjoy in life!”

-Jerry and Nita Knight